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Dr. Ronald Castonguay, MD

Dr. Ronald Castonguay, MD

Fresno, CA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Castonguay, Orthopedic Surgeon in Fresno, CA?

    Dr. Ronald Castonguay, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fresno, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Castonguay graduated from University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine. Dr. Castonguay is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castonguay’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castonguay’s office.

    Where did Dr. Castonguay go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Castonguay board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Ronald Castonguay, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Castonguay speak?

    Dr. Castonguay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Castonguay treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Castonguay diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Castonguay. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Rotator Cuff Strain
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
    • Shoulder Tendon Strain
    • Rotator Cuff Sprain
    • Strained Shoulder Tendon
    • Full Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Severed Shoulder Tendon
    • Pulled Rotator Cuff
    • Rotator Cuff Muscle Strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S46011A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, initial encounter
    • S46012A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of left shoulder, initial encounter
    • M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • S46011D: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Labrum Tear
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Glenoid labrum tear
    • SLAP tear
    • Shoulder cartilage tear
    • Labral Tear
    • SLAP Lesion
    • Torn Shoulder Labrum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S43432A: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of left shoulder, initial encounter
    • S43431A: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of right shoulder, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
    • S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter

    What procedures does Dr. Castonguay perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Castonguay performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Castonguay. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
    • Open Repair of Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Open Rotator Cuff Repair (Chronic Tear)
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
    • Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
    • Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
    • Biceps Tendon Reattachment
    • Shoulder Tendon Repair
    • Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Torn Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Chronic Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Open Musculotendinous Cuff Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
    • 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps
    • 23410: Repair of ruptured musculotendinous cuff (eg, rotator cuff) open; acute
    • 23412: Repair of ruptured musculotendinous cuff (eg, rotator cuff) open; chronic

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
    • Endoscopy
    • Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
    • Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
    • AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
    • Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
    • Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
    • Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
    • Shoulder Joint Debridement
    • Keyhole Shoulder Repair
    • Rotator Cuff Debridement
    • Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
    • Shoulder Capsule Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization

    CPT Codes:

    • 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
    • 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
    • 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
    • 29822: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, limited, 1 or 2 discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
    • 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy

    Also known as:

    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
    • Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus Repair
    • Endoscopy
    • Knee scope with meniscectomy
    • Arthroscopic knee surgery
    • Cartilage shaving knee
    • Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
    • Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
    • Knee Cartilage Shaving
    • Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
    • Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
    • Knee Scope Meniscus Surgery
    • Torn Meniscus Repair (Arthroscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
    • 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
    • 29882: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscus repair (medial OR lateral)

    Also known as:

    • ACL Repair Surgery
    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
    • Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
    • Knee Ligament Repair
    • ACL Augmentation

    CPT Codes:

    • 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction

    Also known as:

    • Biceps or Triceps Tendon Repair
    • Distal biceps tendon reinsertion
    • Triceps tendon repair surgery
    • Tendon graft for arm

    CPT Codes:

    • 24342: Reinsertion of ruptured biceps or triceps tendon, distal, with or without tendon graft

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Does Dr. Castonguay accept my insurance?

    Dr. Castonguay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Castonguay accept in Fresno, CA?

    Dr. Castonguay in Fresno, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Fox Insurance Company

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mohawk Industries

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Castonguay's office located?

    Dr. Ronald Castonguay's Primary Practice

    1510 E Herndon Ave Ste 230

    Fresno, CA 93720

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    Dr. Ronald Castonguay's Practice 2

    7255 N Cedar Ave

    Fresno, CA 93720

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    Dr. Ronald Castonguay's Practice 3

    2555 S East Ave

    Fresno, CA 93706

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    What is Dr. Castonguay's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Castonguay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154467074.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castonguay?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castonguay

    What is Dr. Ronald Castonguay's specialty?

    Dr. Castonguay is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Fresno, CA. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Castonguay to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ronald Castonguay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Castonguay is affiliated with Saint Agnes Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Ronald Castonguay accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ronald Castonguay is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ronald Castonguay offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Castonguay's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ronald Castonguay?

    Please contact Dr. Castonguay's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ronald Castonguay have?

    Dr. Ronald Castonguay is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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